Donnelly Group Reviews 

5,425
TrustScore 4 out of 5

4.2

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Evaluating 31 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the helpful staff and knowledgeable sales representatives who make car buying stress-free and pleasant. Many people highlight the welcoming atmosphere, excellent showroom ranges, and detailed explanations of finance options provided. Reviewers often mention that all their questions are answered patiently and professional care is consistently delivered. However, some reviewers were not happy with vehicle quality issues and unexpected flaws found after purchase. Consumers also noted difficulties with maintenance services, long repair delays, and unhelpful responses from staff when reporting problems. Buyers reported feeling unsupported when dealing with unresolved mechanical defects and poor service.

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Staff

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Service

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Quality

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Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Professional and polite to deal with by phone emails in person Ryan and stephen sorted out my warranty and updates that I reported 3 weeks before warranty ended I was called back for warranty w... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

WOW. Rang Monday, picked up a Range Rover Velar— white with rose gold and black trim, higher spec! Jonny McQuitty— did not quit on me. All questions answered. Tolerated my continuous pho... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I took delivery of our Renault Austral in Ballymena. Carol was very informative. She explained all the finance options and car features clearly throughout the process. I would highly recommend her.... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The man who sold us this car, first sold himself. I could tell right away he was a honest and helpful man. He didn't try to sell us the car he wanted to sell, as some salesmen do, rather he sold... See more


Company details

  1. Car Dealer
  2. Car Repair and Maintenance
  3. Renault dealer
  4. Toyota Dealer
  5. Used Car Dealer
  6. Wheel Store

Written by the company

The Donnelly Group has been synonymous with the motor industry in Northern Ireland since 1947 when Peter Donnelly started a vehicle repair and taxi business in Caledon on the border of Co Tyrone and Armagh. Since then the Donnelly Group has become the largest family owned motor retailer in Northern Ireland, offering new and used cars and vans, motability, vehicles for business from sister company Donnelly Fleet, and aftersales services to include service plans, parts, accessories and the Donnelly Group Accident Management Programme. Donnelly Group works with a range of manufacturer partners including Abarth, Alfa Romeo, Citroen, Dacia, Fiat, Fiat Professional, Honda, Jaguar, Land Rover, Mitsubishi, Peugeot, Renault, SEAT, Suzuki, Toyota, Vauxhall, Volkswagen and Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, as well as offering a range of approved used vehicles of all makes and models from Donnelly Group Motorstore. With locations across Northern Ireland in Ballymena, Bangor, Belfast, Dungannon, Derry/Londonderry, Enniskillen, Mallusk. Donnelly Group can respond to customer needs quicker and with more convenience than anyone else.

Donnelly Group Northern Ireland

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Keeping the customer central to everything we do!
Our attention to detail, good service, outstanding value and respect for all are just some of the qualities that instill trust within our customers who return to Donnelly Group year after year and generation after generation.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Reply from Donnelly Group

Hi Canice, thank you for review. We are delighted to hear that you were happy with the level of customer service you received from the team at Land Rover Dungannon. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind regards, Donnelly Group.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I purchased a 2 year old Citroen…

I purchased a 2 year old Citroen Berlingo from Matthew in Dungannon. I got a great van, a good price and excellent customer service.
Treated so well and am happy

21 December 2023
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Reply from Donnelly Group

Hi Julie, thank you for review. We are delighted to hear that you were happy with the level of customer service you received from the team at Citroen Dungannon. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind regards, Donnelly Group.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Reply from Donnelly Group

Hi Kyle, thank you for review. We are delighted to hear that you were happy with the level of customer service you received from the team at Land Rover Dungannon. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind regards, Donnelly Group.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

20 December 2023
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Reply from Donnelly Group

Hi Moira, thank you for review. We are delighted to hear that you were happy with the level of customer service you received from the team at Vauxhall Dungannon. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind regards, Donnelly Group.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Reply from Donnelly Group

Hi, thank you for review. We are delighted to hear that you were happy with the level of customer service you received from the team at Vauxhall Dungannon. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind regards, Donnelly Group.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Reply from Donnelly Group

Hi Jess, thank you for review. We are delighted to hear that you were happy with the level of customer service you received from the team at VW Eglinton. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind regards, Donnelly Group.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Vitaras, great service and advice

Met with Vitaras at Dungannon branch and he helped us choose our car, great advice and excellent service.

18 December 2023
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Reply from Donnelly Group

Hi, thank you for review. We are delighted to hear that you were happy with the level of customer service you received from the team at Motorstore Dungannon. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind regards, Donnelly Group.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars
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Reply from Donnelly Group

Hi Sinead, thank you for review. We are delighted to hear that you were happy with the level of customer service you received from the team at Renault Ballymena. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind regards, Donnelly Group.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very friendly and helpful staff

Very friendly and helpful staff. Gave me a good deal.

22 December 2023
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Reply from Donnelly Group

Hi Ben, thank you for review. We are delighted to hear that you were happy with the level of customer service you received from the team at Motorstore Enniskillen. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind regards, Donnelly Group.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great from start to finish love my new…

Great from start to finish love my new car Matthew even delivered it straight to my door brill service

3 January 2024
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Reply from Donnelly Group

Hi Maureen, thank you for review. We are delighted to hear that you were happy with the level of customer service you received from the team at Citroen Dungannon. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind regards, Donnelly Group.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Delivery was quick

Delivery was quick, on time,driver was very helpful,great ,over all well satisfied.

3 January 2024
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Reply from Donnelly Group

Hi Kieran, thank you for review. We are delighted to hear that you were happy with the level of customer service you received from the team at Renault Maydown. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind regards, Donnelly Group.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Recently purchased a car from Donnelly’s Enniskillen. Very professional and easy experience. Would highly recommend!

28 December 2023
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Reply from Donnelly Group

Hi Carol, thank you for review. We are delighted to hear that you were happy with the level of customer service you received from the team at VW Enniskillen. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind regards, Donnelly Group.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Reply from Donnelly Group

Hi Mark, thank you for review. We are delighted to hear that you were happy with the level of customer service you received from the team at Land Rover Dungannon. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind regards, Donnelly Group.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent

Excellent, honest and personal conduit throughout purchase of the vehicle. Extended warranty on the used car was more valuable than a modest discount.
Highly recommend John McHugh in Dungannon showroom!

18 December 2023
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Reply from Donnelly Group

Hi Martin & Mary, thank you for review. We are delighted to hear that you were happy with the level of customer service you received from the team at Motorstore Ballymena. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind regards, Donnelly Group.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Stephen was a big help at helping us…

Stephen was a big help at helping us purchase our new car. Highly recommend Donnelly group.

2 December 2023
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Reply from Donnelly Group

Hi Dena, thank you for review. We are delighted to hear that you were happy with the level of customer service you received from the team at Motorstore Dungannon. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind regards, Donnelly Group.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Yes it was a good experience people…

Yes it was a good experience people very helpful would go there again

1 December 2023
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Reply from Donnelly Group

Hi Alan, thank you for review. We are delighted to hear that you were happy with the level of customer service you received from the team at Motorstore Ballymena. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind regards, Donnelly Group.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Donnelly and taggers were very helpful…

Donnelly and taggers were very helpful in me getting my new car.

14 December 2023
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Reply from Donnelly Group

Hi Colm, thank you for review. We are delighted to hear that you were happy with the level of customer service you received from the team at Peugeot Maydown. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind regards, Donnelly Group.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Michael was very attentive and a…

Michael was very attentive and a brilliant sales man.

15 December 2023
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Reply from Donnelly Group

Hi Michael, thank you for review. We are delighted to hear that you were happy with the level of customer service you received from the team at Land Rover Dungannon. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind regards, Donnelly Group.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had a good and help ful fella helping…

I had a good and help ful fella helping me to find the right car for me i had my last car from donnellys great garage

21 December 2023
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Reply from Donnelly Group

Hi Elizabeth, thank you for review. We are delighted to hear that you were happy with the level of customer service you received from the team at Peugeot Enniskillen. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind regards, Donnelly Group.

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